

Rescue Diver
Offered by Plongee Sous Marine
La Réunion, La Digue Group
Course Description
Elevate your diving capabilities with the PADI Rescue Diver course offered by Trek Divers in the Seychelles. This technically focused certification is designed to transform you into a more aware and proactive diver, capable of preventing and managing potential dive emergencies. The program emphasizes developing your problem-solving skills and building confidence in handling stressful situations. You will learn crucial techniques for self-rescue, recognizing and responding to diver stress, and managing various accident scenarios. The course is conducted over two to three days, involving several open water dives to ensure practical mastery of the skills.
This challenging yet highly rewarding course is facilitated aboard the unique liveaboard setup of the Twin Spirit yacht, providing convenient access to diverse dive sites within the Seychelles. The curriculum includes theoretical study covering topics such as diver stress, accident management, and emergency procedures, complemented by practical, hands-on training in open water. Exercises simulate real-life emergencies, requiring you to demonstrate proficiency in skills like towing a tired diver, administering emergency oxygen, and performing surface rescues. The goal is to equip you with the competence to be a reliable buddy and a safer diver.
To enroll in the PADI Rescue Diver course, you must hold a PADI Advanced Open Water Diver certification or equivalent, along with current CPR and first aid training, such as PADI Emergency First Responder. Trek Divers, a PADI-certified center, ensures a high standard of instruction. The Seychelles environment offers a dynamic training ground, allowing for practice in varied conditions. The Twin Spirit yacht serves as an excellent platform, enabling efficient progression through the course modules and dives.
Upon successful completion, you will be certified as a PADI Rescue Diver, a significant milestone that enhances your diving responsibility and competence. This certification is a mandatory prerequisite for all PADI leadership-level training, including the Divemaster course. Trek Divers' experienced instructors are committed to delivering a thorough learning experience, ensuring you gain the confidence and skills to handle emergencies effectively and become a more proficient and self-reliant diver.
What's included
- Snacks
- water
- tea
- coffee
- hot chocolate
- Scuba diving equipment (fins, mask, short or long neoprene wetsuit)
- Bath towels
- Dive guides and instructors
- Shower
- toilet
- Electricity for recharging photo and camera equipment
- Solarium, upper deck
- Taxes
Requirements
- PADI Advanced Open Water Diver certification or equivalent
- Current CPR and First Aid training (e.g., EFR)
- Minimum age 12 years
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